1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Thema. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Thema. (217 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Thema | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
